My New Music Project: The Local Strangers

//**EDIT – I’ve wanted to put up an updated post, as this band has done some really amazing things in the last year, but I’ve failed. If it’s for nostalgia’s sake, read on. If you actually want to check out the band, go to www.thelocalstrangers.com and ignore these old demo videos, for now **//

As I’ve said many times on this blog, upon moving to Seattle I didn’t know anyone who did music here. I was fortunate, however, to receive the wisdom of many great musicians – often via interviews posted here – so by moving day I had abandoned the “hit the ground running” strategy in favor of a “be open, learn, grow, and see who you connect with,” type strategy.

Five months later, I’m absolutely delighted to share with you an exciting new music project called The Local Strangers featuring musical kindred spirit and fellow Mid-by-Northwest transplant Aubrey Zoli.

We’re still working out some things around the edges – learning a lot as we go – but just couldn’t wait any longer to give you a little sneak peek (albeit imperfect). So here are a few quick & dirty YouTube Demos so you can get a feel for what we’re up to and where this train is headed.

awesome matt! yay excited to hear more of your songs. good luck with the open mic! xo

Hey! I’m Matt!

In May 2010, I moved to Seattle from Chicago. Back in Chicago I was the co-frontman of a pretty successful local band. Upon arriving in Seattle, however, I didn’t know anyone or anything about the local music scene.

This blog started as a means to explore music communities in Seattle, which was a huge personal success. From here on out it will be more personal – more of a creative outlet to help me dig into music that is affecting me. Thanks for reading and sharing these experiences with me. Read More…